Rev. 7/6/2021
BBL-RK-72 MANUAL
Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Co.
Page 6 of 8
USING THE RACK
The rack can be mounted on the forks of a forklift.
NOTE:
Capacity information appears in the
section on p. 2 as well as on label #1153. See
on p. 7. The capacity of a properly assembled and maintained rack unit is 1,000 lb.
(454.5kg). Do not apply loads to the rack that exceed the capacity of your unit. The forklift used with this
rack must be able to support the combined weight of the rack, the bulk bug, and the material inside the
bulk bag.
Attach a bulk bag:
Attach a fabric hopper/bulk bag to the rack. Attach each of the (4) straps of the bag to one pair of bag
, p. 5. The bulk bag is now ready to be used.
Mounting the rack on forks:
a. Adjust the positions of the forks to match to locations of the fork channels of the rack.
b. Insert the forks through both fork channels. Drive as far forward as possible. The fork tips should extend
through the opposite ends of the channels. Raise the fork tips slightly to prevent the rack from sliding
forward.
c. Elevate the forks only as high as necessary to raise the rack off of the ground. Drive slowly and carefully.
Brake very gradually. Turn slowly and carefully.
applies to front end attachments. The rule requires that you contact the
manufacturer of your fork truck (or a professional engineer). The manufacturer must determine how
mounting the rack on your forklift affects the capacity, operation, and maintenance of your fork truck. The
analysis can also be performed by a professional engineer. Afterwards, plates, tags, labels, etc. affixed to
the truck must be updated. The truck should also be marked to identify this BBL-4 attachment and to display
the approximate weight of the truck and attachment combination at maximum elevation with a laterally
centered load.
RECORD OF SATISFATORY CONDITION (THE “RECORD”)
Before putting the rack into service, record its appearance. Thoroughly photograph the unit so that all
features are clearly visible. Take close range photographs of the support brackets, hook pairs, post
receivers, labels and tags applied to the rack as well as all fasteners. Collect the photographs in a file. The
file is a record of the unit in satisfactory condition. Compare the results of each inspection to this record to
determine whether the unit is in satisfactory condition. Do not use it unless it is in satisfactory condition.
INSPECTIONS & MAINTENANCE
Compare the results of each inspection to the
to determine whether the unit is in satisfactory
condition. DO NOT use the rack unless it is in satisfactory condition. Only use manufacturer-approved
replacement parts to restore the unit to satisfactory condition.
Never make temporary repairs of damaged
or missing parts
.
DON’T GUESS!
If you have any questions about the condition of your unit, contact the
TECHNICAL SERVICE
department.
The phone number is provided on the cover page of this manual. Purely
cosmetic changes, such as chipped paint, are not changes from satisfactory condition. However,
unprotected steel rusts so touchup paint should be applied to all areas where the finish is damaged as soon
as the damage occurs. Left unaddressed, rusting could compromise the soundness of the metal and
create a safety hazard.
Inspect
the listed components
at least 1 time per month
:
1.)
Base frame: Inspect the fork channels and base frame for deformations, cracks, significant
rusting/corrosion, etc.
2.)
Posts, post receivers, and fasteners: Closely examine each item for cracks, bends, twists,
elongations, thinned areas, and rusting/corrosion, or significant wear. Pay particular attention to
post receivers, support brackets, and hook pairs.
3.)
Labels & tags: Confirm that each label and/or tag is present and easily readable.
Maintain
the rack by replacing damaged hardware, applying touchup paint to areas where the surface
coating is damaged, and replacing components that are found not to be in satisfactory condition.
